Vehicle Description
Chassis No. 5CXSA1819XL000267
In 1994, Carroll Shelby, the tireless automotive legend renowned
for creating the iconic Cobra, set out to develop its spiritual
heir. The resulting Shelby Series 1 emerged as the first all-new
Shelby design since the 1960s and the only car ever entirely
conceived and built from scratch by Carroll Shelby himself.
This modern reincarnation of the 289 Cobra featured a sophisticated
chassis of Shelby's own design, wrapped in a sleek carbon fiber
body. A potent Oldsmobile 4.0-liter Aurora V8 engine coupled with a
C5 Corvette six-speed manual transaxle ensured both robust
performance and mechanical reliability - a hallmark of Shelby's
pragmatic approach to high-performance automobiles. Weighing a mere
2,650 pounds and producing 320 horsepower, the Series 1 was capable
of accelerating from zero to 60 mph in 4.5 seconds. Shelby also
offered a supercharger package that propelled the car into supercar
territory. These enhanced examples boasted a blistering zero to 60
mph time of just 3.2 seconds completing the quarter-mile run in a
mere 11.35 seconds at 124 mph. It is believed that approximately 80
of the total 249 Shelby Series 1s produced received this coveted
supercharger upgrade directly from Shelby.
Chassis number CSX 5267 is one such supercharged example, finished
in an exceptionally rare red color scheme with white racing
stripes. It is believed to be one of only two Series 1 cars
finished in red, and the sole red example to feature white racing
stripes, making it a truly one-of-one specification. The car rides
on three-piece 18 inch alloy wheels and features a black cloth soft
top. The interior, trimmed in light and dark gray leather, remains
in outstanding condition throughout. Of particular note are the
autographs adorning the sun visors - the late Carroll Shelby's
signature on the driver's side and Tony Stewart's on the
passenger's, adding a layer of provenance to this already
exceptional example. Modern amenities including air conditioning,
power windows, door locks, and remotely operated exterior mirrors.
An AM/FM/cassette stereo rounds out the comfort features.
According to the accompanying CARFAX Vehicle History Report, this
Series 1 was initially registered in Indiana in the early 2000s,
lending credence to the belief that it was delivered new to NASCAR
legend Tony Stewart. The car later joined the Texas-based
collection of the consignor in 2023. Under current ownership, the
battery has been replaced to ensure the car's readiness for its
next caretaker. Adding to its appeal, this Series 1 is accompanied
by a rare owner's manual and a car cover.
With a mere 957 miles on the odometer at the time of cataloging,
this Shelby Series 1 represents an investment-grade example,
distinguished by its rare red exterior, extraordinarily low
mileage, and the highly sought-after supercharged configuration - a
trifecta of attributes that positions this vehicle at the pinnacle
of Series 1 collectability.